British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM 2026–27

Applications for the British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM 2026–27 academic year are now open. This fully funded scholarship programme supports women from eligible countries to study a one-year master’s degree in STEM fields at leading UK universities. There is no application fee. The programme helps close the gender gap in STEM by giving women from disadvantaged backgrounds the chance to gain world-class education and bring new skills back to their home countries. You can check out more BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: One-year postgraduate taught master’s degree
• Host Country: United Kingdom
• Scholarship Type: Fully funded
• Application Deadline: Varies by university – check the exact deadline on each university’s website
• Eligible Nationalities: Women who are permanent residents of eligible countries (South Asia cohort is currently open)
• Application Fee: None

What this scholarship offers:

• Full coverage of tuition fees, living stipend, travel costs, visa fees, health insurance, and English language support
• Access to world-leading UK universities ranked among the best for science and research
• Skills and knowledge that strengthen your career in STEM
• A lifelong alumni network and connections with the British Council and UK alumni
• The chance to become a leader who drives research, innovation, and socio-economic progress in your home country

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Be a woman (legal sex recorded as female on your passport or official documents)
• Be a permanent resident of one of the eligible countries and hold a valid passport
• Agree to return to your home country for at least two years after the scholarship ends
• Have completed your undergraduate degree (or be in your final year and will finish in time)
• Meet the academic and English language requirements of the chosen UK university
• Show you cannot privately fund your studies and are not receiving duplicate funding from elsewhere
• Have had no significant international study experience in the UK before (short visits are allowed)
• Be active in STEM with work experience or strong interest in the subject
• Show a clear plan to encourage other women and girls in STEM in your home country
• Agree to stay in touch with the British Council and act as a UK ambassador

Not eligible if:

• You hold dual British citizenship
• You are (or a close relative is) an employee of the British Council or UK Government in an eligible country

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Programs Available:

• Science
• Technology
• Engineering
• Mathematics

Specific courses are offered by each university. You can view the exact list and apply directly on the university websites.

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Participating Universities (South Asia Cohort):

• University of Edinburgh
• University of Glasgow
• University of Manchester
• Queen Mary University of London
• Brunel University of London

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How to Apply:

1. Choose your preferred course and university from the five listed above.
2. Visit the university’s website and read their specific entry requirements and deadlines.
3. Submit your application directly to the university (you may apply to more than one university, but each application is separate).
4. The university will review both your course application and your scholarship application. You will hear directly from the university about the result of your application. There is no extra step with the British Council.

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